4.8
- 4.7Food
- 4.8Service
- 4.7Ambience
- 4.6Value
Noise • Energetic
£32.00 - £39.00 per person
1 - 10 people
£32.00 - £39.00 per person
1 - 10 people
£17.50 - £35.00 per person
1 - 10 people
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4.8
Noise • Energetic
London
Café
South East London
Best Value
South East London
Great for brunch
South East London
Kid-friendly
Ian
London7 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2026
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Glen
London1 review
Dined on October 10, 2026
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Jenni
London65 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2026
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Tracy
London8 reviews
Dined on September 27, 2026
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Pierre
Montreal1 review
Dined on September 25, 2026
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Nikki Gold
East Sussex11 reviews
Dined on September 20, 2026
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Anna
New Orleans25 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2026
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Jane
London1 review
Dined on September 6, 2026
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Martin
London1 review
Dined on August 15, 2026
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sheema
London38 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2026
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For families, yes, the team often rearrange seating to fit groups and children, and reviewers describe being accommodated with long tables and last-minute extra children.
The River Gardens Café is a family-run spot led by Havva and Hasan, who are frequently mentioned by guests as the owners at the heart of the business.
Guests consistently describe portions as generous and well sized, several reviewers call dishes "very generous" or "perfect portion sizes."
Yes, The River Gardens Café is family-friendly: staff regularly welcome children, cater for allergies and special requests, and families with young kids return often.
Yes, reviewers recommend The River Gardens Café for dates and celebrations, praising its riverside views and cosy, linger-friendly atmosphere as ideal for a special outing.
Yes, River Gardens Café welcomes dogs: the owners state they are dog friendly and guests report dog bowls, puppacinos, treats and even a comfy bed for pets on visits.
Yes, The River Gardens Café is explicitly dog friendly; the owner says “dogs are family” and guests describe dog bowls, pup-friendly treats, and even a comfy bed for pups during visits.
Casual dress, comfortable, informal clothing is appropriate; nothing formal is expected.
Yes, The River Gardens Café has extensive outdoor seating: the owner mentions an "extensive terrace space, " and guests praise riverside outdoor tables right by the water.
The River Gardens Café is often very popular at peak times, reviewers note it can be full (one guest reported almost every table taken at 11:00am on a Sunday). For a quieter, more peaceful visit some guests have described it as a nice spot for a calm bite outside of those peak moments.
The River Gardens Café feels warm, welcoming and characterful, quirky, eclectic decor and riverside views create a cosy, family-run vibe that guests repeatedly praise.
Sunday mornings are a favourite, guests note the café is particularly busy and popular for Sunday brunch, so it’s a great time to visit (booking is often sensible).
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